Quarterly Articles & Economic Scene
Export Resources
Intermodal South America 2025 Coming in April
March 19, 2025
Discover the latest innovations in logistics, technology, and sustainable solutions; network with key industry players from across the region; explore new business opportunities; and expand your market reach.
County & Municipal News
Volusia County Invites Community Input to Guide ECHO’s Vision Through 2040
March 06, 2025
Volusia County has launched an online community survey offering residents the ability to help shape the future of its Environmental, Cultural, Historical, and Outdoor Recreation (ECHO) program. As part of a long-term strategic planning effort, the survey provides an opportunity for residents to voice their priorities and guide decisions on future investments.
Disaster Preparedness
SBA Extends Hurricane Milton Physical Disaster Loan Deadline to April 27
March 06, 2025
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has extended the deadline for businesses, private nonprofit organizations, homeowners, and renters impacted by Hurricane Milton to apply for Physical Disaster Loans (PDLs) to April 27.
Grants & Funding
Growth Grants Offered by the National Association for the Self-Employed
March 06, 2025
The National Association of Self-Employed (NASE) is offering $4,000 grants can be used for marketing, advertising, hiring employees, expanding facilities and other specific business needs. *Note: Eligibility requirements include membership of NASE.
Entrepreneur Resources
Learn How to Protect Your Intellectual Property
March 06, 2025
Intellectual property rights can cover a wide array of legal protections entrepreneurs may need to protect their unique products and services, branding, the company’s reputation and other intellectual assets.
Economic Reports
Florida TaxWatch Economic Forecasts Continued Growth for the State
March 06, 2025
Florida TaxWatch, a government spending watchdog group, produces quarterly economic forecasts projecting economic development in Florida, along with analysis provided by the consulting firm Regional Economic Consulting Group. The forecast based on the third quarter of 2024 showed steady growth through 2030.
Workforce Updates
Attention Job Seekers & Manufacturers: Attend the Manufacturing Job Fair on March 27
March 06, 2025
CareerSource Brevard Flagler Volusia (CSBFV), in partnership with Florida FAME (Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education) Sunshine Chapter, is hosting a manufacturing job fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 27 at the Advanced Technology Center.
Business News & Resources
Volusia County Manufacturer, SOLACE Boats, Receives 2025 Innovation Award
February 27, 2025
Edgewater boat manufacturer SOLACE Boats received its second Innovation Award in just 5 years at this year's Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show.
Business News & Resources
2025 Small Business Outlook
February 27, 2025
Wondering what other small businesses are seeing when considering the year ahead? A recent survey by fin-tech company Bluevine Inc. may help provide some insight.
Grants & Funding
Are You Ready to Seek Funds for Your Business?
February 27, 2025
Explore Volusia Business Resource's Funding Readiness Center (FRC) for guidance to help you prepare for your funding journey.
